Our People

Howard Newman, ASA, CEA
President
(773) 451-3662
howardn@loebequipment.com

Howard is president and the fifth generation of the Newman family leadership at Loeb. He has over 18 years of experience in equipment purchases and sales, appraisals, auctions, and liquidations with advanced expertise in the food, pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and chemical industries. Howard attended the University of Delaware majoring in Business Management. He earned the designation of Senior ASA as administered by the American Society of Appraisers (ASA) as well as being a Certified Equipment Appraiser (CEA) as administered by the Association of Machinery and Equipment Appraisers (AMEA) and is a licensed auctioneer.
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Jim Newman
Principal, Loeb Financial Services & Loeb Term Solutions
Ambassador to Loeb
(773) 496-5720
jimn@loebfinancial.com

As former president of Loeb, Jim continues to lead the efforts of Loeb's financial affiliates as Principal of Loeb Financial Services and Loeb Term Solutions. Having lead the company for over 30 years, he is proud to have been the fourth generation in the family business but is even more proud of his son, Howard, and the job he's doing as the fifth generation. Jim holds a BA in Industrial Management and Mechanical Engineering from Purdue University and has previously held professional certifications from the Association of Machinery and Equipment Appraisers (AMEA).

Charles Winternitz, CEA, CSA
President, Loeb Winternitz Industrial Auctioneers
(773) 496-5740
charlesw@loebwinternitz.com

Charles is a fourth generation appraiser and auctioneer. A graduate of the University of Iowa, he holds a Bachelor of the Arts Degree. He is a certified equipment appraiser and currently the President, and board of director, of the Association of Machinery & Equipment Appraisers (AMEA). Additionally, Charles sits on the Board of Directors, and is an Executive Officer, of the Machinery Dealers National Association, and Past Officer and Board of Director of the Industrial Auctioneers Association. Charles is an associate appraiser with the American Society of Appraisers, a member of the Turnaround Management Association and the American Bankruptcy Institute, as well as other state and regional trade associations. He has been an active Board Member on many other private companies and charitable associations.

Jonathan Bloom
Vice President, Business Development
(773) 496-5737
jonb@loebfinancial.com

As the Vice President of Business Development, Jon brings 15 years of experience working with financial institutions, partnering to provide appraisal services and purchasing special assets for either auction or refinance. Jonathan is a graduate of Indiana University.

John Hagist
Controller, VP Appraisal Services
(773) 496-5744
johnh@loebequipment.com

Joining the team in 2001, John manages the daily efforts of Loeb's appraisal team in addition to being Loeb's Controller. He has over 14 years of finance experience within the manufacturing industry having previously worked for companies in packaging services. John holds a BA from Hamilton College.

Tom Larson
Sales Manager
(773) 451-3668
toml@loebequipment.com

Joining Loeb in 2003, Tom manages the day-to-day efforts of Loeb's Sales Team as well as assisting customers with their equipment needs. He is an industry veteran with nearly 30 years of experience in packaging and processing systems, having worked as a Sales Engineer, Regional Sales Manager, International Sales Manager and General Manager of the Integration Group for an OEM.

George Konwent
Shop Manager
(773) 496-5730
georgek@loebequipment.com

George joined Loeb in 1994 bringing with him over 35 years of experience in equipment services. In his position as manager of Loeb's equipment shop, George oversees the set-up and reconditioning of all the equipment Loeb purchases and sells.

Sara Bogin
Marketing Director
(773) 496-5707
sarab@loebequipment.com

Sara joined the company in 2008 to manage the marketing operations. Prior to joining Loeb, she spent 10 years marketing service products within the corporate aviation industry. Sara holds a BA from Columbia College Chicago and is an active member of the American Marketing Association.

William (Bill) Shaw
Senior Account Manager
(773) 451-3664
bills@loebequipment.com

Bill has had the honor of working with three generations of Newman leadership in his tenure at Loeb. Joining the team in 1973, he has been assisting customers with their equipment needs for nearly 40 years. An AMEA certified equipment appraiser, Bill holds bachelor's degrees from Walton College and Northeastern Illinois University.

Mark Israel
Senior Account Manager
(773) 451-3660
marki@loebequipment.com

Mark has been seeing to the needs of Loeb's customers as a senior member of the Sales Team since 2003. He has over 25 years of industry experience, having previously worked within the plastics and chemical equipment industry. Mark holds a BS from Penn State University.

Stan Czupryna
Senior Appraiser
(773) 496-5708
stanc@loebequipment.com

Stan joined Loeb in 2000, bringing with him over 30 years of food processing experience specializing in food, beverage and baking production as well as the pharmaceutical industry. Stan has a BS from Southern Illinois University and maintains a professional certification of Certified Equipment Appraiser (CEA) from the Association of Machinery and Equipment Appraisers (AMEA) as well as being USPAP certified.

Kevin Miller
Senior Appraiser
(773) 496-5709
kevinm@loebequipment.com

Kevin joined Loeb's Appraisal Group in 2008, bringing with him over 25 years professional equipment and inventory appraisal experience. He maintains professional certification from the Association of Machinery and Equipment Appraisers (AMEA) and is a member of the Machinery Dealers National Association (MDNA).

Hattie Robinson
Appraisal Services Assistant
(773) 496-5724
hattier@loebequipment.com

Hattie has over 40 years experience with the company and has the distinction of having worked with four generations of Newman leadership: from I.E. Newman, to Bob, Jim and now Howard. Hattie provides support for the day-to-day administration of Loeb's appraisal services division.

Sheldrick Holmes
Auction Project Manager
(773) 496-5735
sheldrickh@loebwinternitz.com

Sheldrick holds a BA in Business Administration and recently completed his MS in Accounting from Roosevelt University. Sheldrick is a member of the Illinois CPA society and a United Stated Navy Veteran.

Angie Mojica
Credit Administration Manager
(773) 496-5722
angiem@loebequipment.com

Joining the team in 2008, Angie assists in the management of Loeb's financial products including equipment rentals, leasing and asset-based lending. Angie holds a degree in business administration and has more than 10 years experience in finance, having previously held the position of Credit Administration Manager of a large accounts receivable portfolio.

Sandy Norfleet
Customer Service Manager
(773) 496-5723
sandyn@loebequipment.com

Sandy joined Loeb in 2008, bringing with her over 10 years of customer service and accounting experience. In her current position, she manages all outbound freight, customer service issues, sales order coordination and invoicing, and general accounting services. Sandy studied business administration at Chicago State University.

Charlie Ackerman
Auction Site Manager & Research Manager
(773) 496-5719
charliea@loebwinternitz.com

Charlie joined Loeb in 2002, bringing with him experience in the plastics manufacturing industry. In his current role, he balances his time between auction site management, logistics and preparation with his responsibilities in the Inventory department controlling incoming stock, handling equipment research and managing Loeb's eBay Store. Charlie is a graduate of the University of Wisconsin-Stout.

Gary Yeninas
Auction Site Manager
(773) 496-5745
garyy@loebwinternitz.com

Gary has over 25 years of experience in industrial machinery and equipment. His expertise extends across multiple industries including: metalworking, woodworking, food processing facilities, and packaging facilities. As Auction Site Manager, Gary is hands on in the field during the set-up process working with our clients to organize, lot, and prepare the auction sites for sale.

Donna Galvanauskas
Executive Administrator
(773) 496-5717
donnag@loebequipment.com

Donna brings over 23 yearsyears of experience providing high-level support and office management. In her current position, Donna provides executive support to Loeb's senior management team as well as managing the office administration.

Lydia Gomez
Data Administrator
(773) 548-4131 ext. 5751
lydiag@loebequipment.com

Lydia comes from the non-profit sector bringing more than 10 years of data management experience as well as administrative capabilities. In her current role, Lydia manages all of Loeb's data administration.

Jessica Sydnor
Administrative Assistant
(773) 548-4131 ext. 5750
jessicas@loebwinternitz.com

Jessica holds a BA in Business Administration from Robert Morris University. Prior to joining Loeb, she worked in the Banking Industry holding various positions from Management to a Business Analyst, and also within the Healthcare Industry. Currently, provides Administrative Support to the Loeb Winternitz and Loeb Appraisal teams.